Access Hollywood’s Top Ten Most Memorable Grammy Moments

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9. Jennifer Hudson – “You Pulled Me Through” (2009)
It was hard not tear up when watching the touching 2009 Grammy performance by “Dreamgirls” star Jennifer Hudson. Despite coping with the murder of her mother, brother and nephew just four months…

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8. Michael Jackson – “Man in the Mirror” (1988)
If anyone knew how to put on a memorable performance, it was the King of Pop, Michael Jackson. In 1988, Jackson enchanted the crowd with his Grammy performance of his Billboard topping song, “Man in the…

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5. Michael Jackson – “Thriller” (1984)
Who other than The King of Pop could make our list not once, but twice? Nobody will forget the 26th Annual Grammy Awards when Michael Jackson was recognized with 12 nominations and eight Grammy wins. Jackson…

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4. Yoko Ono’s Salute To John Lennon (1982)
One of the most touching moments in Grammy history brought an audience of thousands to their feet at the 1982 Grammy Awards. That year, Yoko Ono accepted the Grammy for Best Album on behalf of her deceased…

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3. Jennifer Lopez’s Infamous Green Dress (2000)
No list of most memorable Grammy moments couldn’t include J.Lo’s infamous see thru jungle sarong that she wore to the 42nd Annual Grammy Awards in 2000. Accompanied by her boyfriend of the time, Sean…

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2. Ricky Martin – “The Cup of Life” (1999)
How could we forget the performance that jump-started the career of Latin singing sensation Ricky Martin? He blew the U.S. away when he performed “The Cup of Life” at the 1999 Grammy Awards show. Maybe it was…

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1. Eminem Feat. Elton John – “Stan” (2001)
How can we forget the controversial 2001 Grammy performance by Eminem featuring Elton John? The gay community had previously criticized Eminem, about his homophobic lyrics making this Grammy duo an unexpected,…

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Honorable Mention: Madonna with Gorillaz & De La Soul – “Hung Up / Feel Good Inc.” (2006)
Technology played a huge role at the Grammys in 2006 when music legend Madonna paired up with “virtual band” Gorillaz & hip-hop legends De La Soul to perform…

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Honorable Mention: Ol’ Dirty Bastard Runs The Stage (1998)
Believe it or not, Kanye West wasn’t the first to run on stage and steal an awards show winner’s thunderâ€¦ In 1998, Wu-Tang Clan’s Ol’ Dirty Bastard stormed the stage, as Shawn Colvin was about…

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Honorable Mention: Bing Crosby’s Lifetime Achievement Award (1962)
Although the first Grammy Awards were presented in the year 1959, the well-known Lifetime Achievement Award didn’t make an appearance until 1962. This was the year that Bing Crosby…